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E7495 Notebook PC User Guide for Windows® 8 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 1 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
E7495 Notebook PC User Guide for Windows® 8 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 1 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
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... the Charm bar 16 Snap feature...17 Wi-Fi connection 18 Disabling Airplane mode 18 Enabling Wi-Fi 18 Function keys...20 Function keys for ASUS Apps 21 Featured ASUS Apps 22 LifeFrame...22 Power4Gear Hybrid 24 USB Charger 26 Instant On...28 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 29 Shutting down your...
... the Charm bar 16 Snap feature...17 Wi-Fi connection 18 Disabling Airplane mode 18 Enabling Wi-Fi 18 Function keys...20 Function keys for ASUS Apps 21 Featured ASUS Apps 22 LifeFrame...22 Power4Gear Hybrid 24 USB Charger 26 Instant On...28 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 29 Shutting down your...
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... and typography used for completing a series of using Windows® 8 plus the exclusive ASUS software applications included with your Notebook PC. As you read along, you should press on your Notebook PC's data and components. WARNING! This message contains vital information that can be followed ...to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 5 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM About this user ...
... and typography used for completing a series of using Windows® 8 plus the exclusive ASUS software applications included with your Notebook PC. As you read along, you should press on your Notebook PC's data and components. WARNING! This message contains vital information that can be followed ...to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 5 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM About this user ...
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... customized in Step 4. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 7 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM Step 5: Settings Step 6: Sign in to your Notebook PC NOTE: Windows® 8 prompts you to sign in options for your Notebook PC: Using your Notebook PC. If you choose to Connect to a wireless network later, you can enable both of these sign in...
... customized in Step 4. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 7 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM Step 5: Settings Step 6: Sign in to your Notebook PC NOTE: Windows® 8 prompts you to sign in options for your Notebook PC: Using your Notebook PC. If you choose to Connect to a wireless network later, you can enable both of these sign in...
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The Start screen appears next, indicating that you have successfully signed in using your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 8 8/13/12 2:47:54 PM Starting up . The Windows® 8 lock screen appears after the Notebook PC boots up Windows® 8 To access Windows® 8 from Shut Down, ...Sleep, or Hibernate mode, refer to the following steps: 1. Click on the touchpad or press any key on your Notebook PC . 2. NOTE: Steps 2-4 are also applicable when restarting your local account or Microsoft account. 4. Press the power button on the keyboard to...
The Start screen appears next, indicating that you have successfully signed in using your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 8 8/13/12 2:47:54 PM Starting up . The Windows® 8 lock screen appears after the Notebook PC boots up Windows® 8 To access Windows® 8 from Shut Down, ...Sleep, or Hibernate mode, refer to the following steps: 1. Click on the touchpad or press any key on your Notebook PC . 2. NOTE: Steps 2-4 are also applicable when restarting your local account or Microsoft account. 4. Press the power button on the keyboard to...
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...pixels or higher is required to your user account. IMPORTANT! It helps organize all the programs and applications you can use while working on your Notebook PC. Each of them represent a specific function that you need in just one -stop hub for live tiles User account Windows® apps ...Zoom in/out button for work and play on your Notebook PC. NOTE: Some apps require signing in to run Windows® apps. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to ...
...pixels or higher is required to your user account. IMPORTANT! It helps organize all the programs and applications you can use while working on your Notebook PC. Each of them represent a specific function that you need in just one -stop hub for live tiles User account Windows® apps ...Zoom in/out button for work and play on your Notebook PC. NOTE: Some apps require signing in to run Windows® apps. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to ...
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... recent app's thumbnail to revert back to that app. (2) If you to the Start screen. Drag then drop the app to a hand icon. Hover your Notebook PC. Hotspots on a launched app Hotspot upper left corner lower left corner top side upper and lower right corner Action (1) Hover your mouse pointer then...
... recent app's thumbnail to revert back to that app. (2) If you to the Start screen. Drag then drop the app to a hand icon. Hover your Notebook PC. Hotspots on a launched app Hotspot upper left corner lower left corner top side upper and lower right corner Action (1) Hover your mouse pointer then...
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...-click on the app to activate its settings then click on the app then drag to a new location. Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to launch and customize your mouse pointer on the top side of the screen to close it . Press enter to browse...
...-click on the app to activate its settings then click on the app then drag to a new location. Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to launch and customize your mouse pointer on the top side of the screen to close it . Press enter to browse...
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e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 13 13 8/13/12 2:47:59 PM Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon. From the Start screen, press Windows key + Z. Horizontal scroll bar Launching the All Apps screen Right-click on your Start screen, you can also open other applications like the exclusive ASUS Software apps bundled with your Notebook PC through the All Apps screen. The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter.
e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 13 13 8/13/12 2:47:59 PM Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon. From the Start screen, press Windows key + Z. Horizontal scroll bar Launching the All Apps screen Right-click on your Start screen, you can also open other applications like the exclusive ASUS Software apps bundled with your Notebook PC through the All Apps screen. The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter.
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... applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner of the screen. Move your Notebook PC. Use your screen. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 15 15 8/13/12 2:48:01 PM Charm bar The Charm bar is a toolbar that allow you to launch...
... applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner of the screen. Move your Notebook PC. Use your screen. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 15 15 8/13/12 2:48:01 PM Charm bar The Charm bar is a toolbar that allow you to launch...
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... can also use this to revert back to a recently opened app. From the Start screen, you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC. Settings This tool allows you to access and share files with the devices attached to access the PC settings of your... Notebook PC such as an external display or printer. Start This tool reverts the display back to share applications via social networking sites or email. Devices ...
... can also use this to revert back to a recently opened app. From the Start screen, you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC. Settings This tool allows you to access and share files with the devices attached to access the PC settings of your... Notebook PC such as an external display or printer. Start This tool reverts the display back to share applications via social networking sites or email. Devices ...
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... panel. Once the pointer changes to a hand icon, drag then drop the app to launch it. 2. IMPORTANT! Hover the mouse pointer on your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to use the Snap feature. Launch an app then press the Windows key + . e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 17 17 8/13/12 ...screen resolution of your display into two. The first app would automatically be placed in the smaller display area. Snap bar Activating Snap Use your Notebook PC. to run two applications simultaneously on the top side of at least 1366 x 768 pixels is required to activate Snap onscreen. 1. ...
... panel. Once the pointer changes to a hand icon, drag then drop the app to launch it. 2. IMPORTANT! Hover the mouse pointer on your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to use the Snap feature. Launch an app then press the Windows key + . e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 17 17 8/13/12 ...screen resolution of your display into two. The first app would automatically be placed in the smaller display area. Snap bar Activating Snap Use your Notebook PC. to run two applications simultaneously on the top side of at least 1366 x 768 pixels is required to activate Snap onscreen. 1. ...
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Launch the Charm bar. 2. Enabling Wi-Fi Activate Wi-Fi in your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to disable this mode off to turn this mode. 1. appears instead 18 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 18 8/13/12 2:48:04 PM Slide ...the settings bar to the left to enable this function. Disabling Airplane mode Use your Notebook PC's Wi-Fi connection. The Airplane mode should be turned off . Wi-Fi connection Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social networking...
Launch the Charm bar. 2. Enabling Wi-Fi Activate Wi-Fi in your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to disable this mode off to turn this mode. 1. appears instead 18 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 18 8/13/12 2:48:04 PM Slide ...the settings bar to the left to enable this function. Disabling Airplane mode Use your Notebook PC's Wi-Fi connection. The Airplane mode should be turned off . Wi-Fi connection Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social networking...
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... a keyboard backlight fn + f4 (on selected models) increases keyboard brightness for you to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: fn + f1 fn + f2 puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode ...disables all wireless connectivity. fn + f3 (on selected models) decreases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a keyboard backlight fn + f5 decreases display brightness fn + f6 increases display brightness fn + f7 turns the display panel off...
... a keyboard backlight fn + f4 (on selected models) increases keyboard brightness for you to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: fn + f1 fn + f2 puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode ...disables all wireless connectivity. fn + f3 (on selected models) decreases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a keyboard backlight fn + f5 decreases display brightness fn + f6 increases display brightness fn + f7 turns the display panel off...
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fn + C fn + V toggles the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement Technology app to launch ASUS apps. launches the ASUS LifeFrame app (see page 22 for more details) fn + spacebar launches the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid app (see page 24 for ASUS Apps Your Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used to switch between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Profile, and Normal. Function keys for more details) e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 21 21 8/13/12 2:48:09 PM
fn + C fn + V toggles the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement Technology app to launch ASUS apps. launches the ASUS LifeFrame app (see page 22 for more details) fn + spacebar launches the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid app (see page 24 for ASUS Apps Your Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used to switch between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Profile, and Normal. Function keys for more details) e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 21 21 8/13/12 2:48:09 PM
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NOTE: Some Notebook PC models might require you to enable the camera before using this app. To launch LifeFrame Press fn + V Archive toolbar Action button Modes Capture Function settings Face Tracker Zoom in/out Review bar 22 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 22 8/13/12 2:48:09 PM Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using LifeFrame.
NOTE: Some Notebook PC models might require you to enable the camera before using this app. To launch LifeFrame Press fn + V Archive toolbar Action button Modes Capture Function settings Face Tracker Zoom in/out Review bar 22 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 22 8/13/12 2:48:09 PM Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using LifeFrame.
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Monitor This function lets you play games using your webcam. Voice Recorder Use this function to record audio files in your Notebook PC. Camcorder Use this function to take pictures using the webcam. Game This function lets you use your webcam as a security video monitor as it automatically detects movement then captures it on photo. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 23 23 8/13/12 2:48:10 PM LifeFrame functions Camera Use this function to take videos through your webcam.
Monitor This function lets you play games using your webcam. Voice Recorder Use this function to record audio files in your Notebook PC. Camcorder Use this function to take pictures using the webcam. Game This function lets you use your webcam as a security video monitor as it automatically detects movement then captures it on photo. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 23 23 8/13/12 2:48:10 PM LifeFrame functions Camera Use this function to take videos through your webcam.
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To launch Power4Gear Hybrid Press fn + spacebar Select from its power adapter automatically switches Power4Gear Hybrid to enable/disable the desktop icons and the presentation mode. 24 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 24 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM Settings Allows you to Battery Saving mode. Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear. NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC from these power plan modes.
To launch Power4Gear Hybrid Press fn + spacebar Select from its power adapter automatically switches Power4Gear Hybrid to enable/disable the desktop icons and the presentation mode. 24 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 24 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM Settings Allows you to Battery Saving mode. Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear. NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC from these power plan modes.
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To customize, click the Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. To customize, click the Battery Saving icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 25 25 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC. Performance mode Use this mode when doing high-performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC's battery life while plugged in to the power adapter or while running on battery power only.
To customize, click the Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. To customize, click the Battery Saving icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 25 25 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC. Performance mode Use this mode when doing high-performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC's battery life while plugged in to the power adapter or while running on battery power only.
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... on the USB Charger+ icon on battery power. Using the USB Charger+ Settings The USB Charger+ Settings lets you set the charge limit when your ASUS Notebook PC is running on the desktop tray, then click Settings. 2. This also allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your... ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. This feature can also be used even while your connected device overheats, remove it immediately. NOTE: USB Charger+ is available in ...
... on the USB Charger+ icon on battery power. Using the USB Charger+ Settings The USB Charger+ Settings lets you set the charge limit when your ASUS Notebook PC is running on the desktop tray, then click Settings. 2. This also allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your... ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. This feature can also be used even while your connected device overheats, remove it immediately. NOTE: USB Charger+ is available in ...